Many people love the West African restaurant Le Nouveau Maquis in Stone Mountain, Georgia. The restaurant was started by a mother and daughter from Togo in 2012 and has become a cultural centre for West African immigrants and people who like to try new foods.
Le Nouveau Maquis is famous for its friendly service and bold flavours. It serves traditional Togolese and Senegalese food that makes you feel at home and happy.
Signature Foods
1. Spicy Jollof rice with lamb on the grill
This spicy and tasty jollof rice goes well with the soft grilled lamb. It is a favourite among spice fans because the heat is strong but not too much.
2. Soup with cassava leaves
This dish is popular in Liberia and Sierra Leone. It is made with finely ground cassava leaves cooked in a rich, savoury soup. Feeling warm and cosy, this dish is very classic.
3. Okra and Turkey Tail
Turkey tail is a traditional dish in Togo. It is cooked until soft and served with okra-based sauces that bring out the rich, slow-cooked flavours.
4. Okra for seafood
A delicious dish with shrimp, blue crab, and fish cooked in a thick, savoury okra stew. It has strong flavours of the coast of West Africa.
Other Highlights You Have to Try
- For chicken yassa, you braise chicken in a sour mustard-onion sauce and serve it with rice.
- Thieboudienne is a Senegalese dish of fish and veggie jollof rice that you can get on the weekends.
- Egusi or Peanut Soup: This soup is made from ground melon seeds or peanuts and has a softer but still rich and nutty taste.
The restaurant’s dedication to authenticity and customisation can be seen in every dish.
Ambience and Experience
There’s more toLe Nouveau Maquis than just food. It’s a friendly place where West African families can get together and enjoy foods from home. The colourful spices, large amounts, and true to the culture make the experience feel both personal and communal.
FAQs
1. What kind of food does Le Nouveau Maquis serve best?
The diner serves real Togolese and Senegalese food from West Africa.
2. Is Le Nouveau Maquis good for people who like hot food?
Yes. Foods like grilled lamb on jollof rice are known for having strong, spicy flavours.
3. When can I get Thieboudienne?
Thieboudienne is usually only served on the weekends, so plan your trip around that.
